A "yes" vote supports amending the constitution to remove the right to bail in cases where the presumption of guilt is great and the defendant is accused of the following offenses:<ul><li>acts of terrorism; </li><li>second-degree murder;</li><li>aggravated rape of a child; </li><li>grave torture; and </li><li>any other offense for which a convicted individual could not be released prior to the expiration of at least 85% of their sentence. </li></ul>

A NO vote means

A "no" vote opposes amending the constitution to remove the right to bail for specified offenses.

4 endorsements for YES · 5 endorsements for NO

Tennessee Amendment 3, Marsy's Law Crime Victims' Rights Measure (2026)

Amendment 3

Criminal trialsCrime victims' rights

Amend the list of crime victims' rights in the constitution

A YES vote means

A "yes" vote supports expanding the list of rights for victims of crimes in the constitution, including the right: <ul><li>to be present at all criminal proceedings; </li><li>to be treated with fairness;</li><li>to be heard in any proceeding involving release, plea, sentencing, disposition, and parole;</li><li>to be free from harassment, intimidation, and abuse throughout the criminal justice system;</li><li>to reasonable notice of all public criminal proceedings; and</li><li>to have the safety of the victim, the victim's family, and the general public considered before any parole decision is made, among other rights.</li></ul>

A NO vote means

A "no" vote opposes expanding the standing list of victims' rights in the constitution.

4 endorsements for YES · 1 endorsement for NO

Tennessee Amendment 2, Prohibit State Property Taxes Measure (2026)

Amendment 2

Property taxesState legislative authority

Prohibit the legislature from enacting taxes on property

A YES vote means

A "yes" vote supports amending the state constitution to prohibit the legislature from enacting taxes on property.

A NO vote means

A "no" vote opposes amending the state constitution to prohibit the legislature from enacting taxes on property.

15 endorsements for YES · 1 endorsement for NO

Voter FAQ

Can I register to vote online?

Tennessee offers online voter registration.To register online in Tennessee, you need your Social Security number and ONE of the following: Tennessee driver's license or Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security ID. If you submit a voter registration application online and are registering for the first time in your county, you must vote in person the first time after registering. If you enrolled in the Safe At Home program or permanent absentee voting, you are not required to vote in person for the first time. Watch this video about online voter registration from the Tennessee Secretary of State.

Can I submit voter registration forms in person?

You can complete a voter registration application in person. Contact your local election office for information on when and where to register to vote.Learn more by visiting the Tennessee Secretary of State website or contacting your local election office. Watch this video about in person registration from the Tennessee Secretary of State.

How do I see what's on my ballot?

View official ballot information on the Tennessee Secretary of State website, if available.

How do I contact my state election office?

Secretary of State312 Rosa L Parks Ave., Fl. 7 Nashville, TN 37243-1102Telephone: (615) 741-7956

Do I need to bring an ID to vote in person?

You will need to show photo ID to vote in Tennessee. Acceptable forms include (can be expired): Tennessee driver's license US passport photo ID issued by the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security photo ID issued by the federal or Tennessee state government US military photo ID Tennessee handgun carry permit with your photoCollege student IDs, photo ID issued by the county or city, such as library cards, and photo IDs issued by other states are not acceptable.If you're a first-time voter who registered by mail or online and your ID is expired, you will also need to show proof of residence to vote. Acceptable forms include: copy of a current utility bill, bank statement, government check, or paycheck other government document that shows your name and addressVoters without ID: If you are unable to provide ID, you will be able to vote a provisional ballot. You will then have two (2) business days after Election Day to return to the election commission office to show a valid photo ID. Upon returning to the election commission office, you will sign an affidavit and a copy of your photo ID will be made to be reviewed by the counting board.For more information, please visit the Tennessee Secretary of State's website.

Who can register to vote?

To register in Tennessee you must: be a United States citizenbe a Tennessee residentbe at least 18 years old on or before the next election have not been convicted of a felony, or if you have a felony conviction that caused you to lose your voting rights, you must have had your conviction expunged or had your voting rights restored, unless you were convicted of a crime that rendered you permanently ineligible to voteYou can find more information on voting rights restoration here

Check that you're registered to vote on Tennessee's website. If you’re not registered: Register online by Oct 5. Your by mail registration form must be postmarked by Oct 5.

How do I vote if I'm in the military or live overseas?

Active-duty military, their families, and overseas citizens can register to vote and request their absentee ballot using the Federal Post Card Application (FPCA). The completed FPCA can be submitted by mail, fax, or email. If submitting your request by email, you must include an attachment that contains the completed application and your scanned signature. Learn more about the FPCA process on the Tennessee Secretary of State website. Please contact your local election office for more information about delivery and return methods, including email, fax, and state online portals. To follow the FPCA process:Fill out the Federal Post Card Application (FPCA), or download a copy. Your local election office may have questions, so please provide an email address or phone number where they can reach you.Submit the application to your local election office.It is never too early to submit an FPCA! Please do so as soon as possible.Please fill out and send back your ballot as soon as you receive it.States begin mailing absentee ballots at least 45 days before Election Day. If you haven't received your ballot by 30 days before Election Day, contact your local election office.If after submitting your FPCA, your ballot does not arrive, contact your local election office first. Then:You can still vote using the Federal Write-In Absentee Ballot (FWAB). Print, sign, and mail your FWAB to your local election office.If you mail a FWAB and then receive your regular absentee ballot, you should complete and mail your absentee ballot also. Election officials will ensure that only one ballot is counted.The Federal Voting Assistance Program offers additional information on military and overseas voting in Tennessee. You can also call 1-800-438-VOTE (8683) or email vote@fvap.gov